June 22
Kenya: LSK Issues 3-Week Ultimatum for CI, IPOA to Unmask Rex Masai's Killers
The Law Society of Kenya has issued a three-week ultimatum to the Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to unmask… Read more »
Kenya: Don't Get Intimidated By the Protestors - Cheruiyot Tells MPs
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has blasted Members of the Parliament who voted against the Finance Bill 2024 accusing them of attempting to sink the country into financial… Read more »
Kenya: Activists Seek Answers On Whereabouts of Content Creator Crazy Nairobian
A coalition of human rights Defenders and content creators are demanding answers from the Government on the whereabouts of a content creator Billy Simani alias Crazy Nairobian whom… Read more »
Kenya: Netizens Rally Against Finance Bill With Brief Ruto Appearance At X Forum
Kenyan netizens stormed X on Saturday, escalating protests against the Finance Bill 2024 and condemning poor governance in the country. Read more »
Kenya: To Be a Gen Z in Kenya - Is Delulu the Only Solulu?
Kenya, a nation celebrated for its vibrant culture and dynamic society, is now experiencing the profound impact of its youngest adult generation Gen Z. Born between the mid-1990s… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Leaders Under Fire in Lengthy X-Space Debate Over Finance Bill 2024
Kenyan leaders and government supporters faced sharp criticism on Saturday from thousands of Kenyans online for endorsing the proposed Finance Bill 2024 while neglecting the… Read more »
June 23
Kenya: Evangelical Churches to Prohibit Political Discussions Amid Finance Bill Protests
The Evangelical Churches of Kenya (EAK) has urged churches nationwide to prohibit politicians from engaging in political discussions during church services. Read more »
Kenya: Call for People With Epilepsy to Seek Treatment in Kisii
The Kenya Association for the Welfare of People with Epilepsy (KAWE) has launched a ten-month campaign to create awareness, provide treatment, and end stigma for those living with… Read more »
June 21
Kenya: The African Blogtable - Thoughts and Takeaways From the NBA Finals
The African Blogtable brings together some of the top basketball minds from across the continent to answer some of the league's most pressing questions ahead of the 2023-24 NBA… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Basketball League Hunt Intensifies With Play-Off Semis
After an exciting regular season, the Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) season enters the home stretch, with the semi-finals of the play-offs beginning Friday night at the Nyayo… Read more »
Kenya: Adolescent Mother in Homa Bay Leads Efforts to Eradicate HIV, Early Pregnancy, and GBV
Even after giving birth at a tender age, Millicent Nyaramu from Kabondo, Homa Bay County, is among thousands of adolescent mothers who returned to school through the re-entry… Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Demands Resignation of Top Police Chiefs Following Protester's Death
Azimio La Umoja has demanded the immediate resignation of Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome and Nairobi Regional Commander Adamson Bungei for failing to protect Kenyans… Read more »
Kenya: Mother Accuses Police of Negligence After Son Is Shot Dead During Anti-Finance Bill Protests
The mother of Rex Kanyike Masai, the 29-year-old man shot dead by police during Thursday's anti-Finance Bill protests, has recounted the events leading to her son's death. Read more »
Kenya: We Demand Arrest of Police Who Killed Protestor, ODM Says
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has demanded the arrest of the police officer who shot and killed Rex Kanyike Masai, a 29-year-old who lost his life along Moi Avenue , during… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Hosts U.S. Congress Members As He Pitches for Agoa Extension
President William Ruto hosted US Congress members at State House, Nairobi, to advocate for the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which is set to expire in… Read more »
Kenya: Congratulation for Choosing Courage, Duale Tells MPs Who Voted for Passage of Finance Bill
Defense Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has lauded Members of Parliament for choosing courage and voting to have the Finance Bill, 2024 sail through the second reading stage despite… Read more »
Kenya: IPOA Launches Probe Into Shooting of Protestor During Anti-Finance Bill Demonstrations
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has this morning opened probe into the fatal shooting of Rex Kanyike Masai on Thursday evening during the anti-Finance Bill… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Urges U.S. Congress to Extend AGOA Set to Expire in Feb
President William Ruto has urged the United States Congress to extend African Growth Opportunity Act (AGOA) set to expire in February next year. Read more »
Kenya: Blackmail Claims Reign in National Assembly As Opposition Point Fingers At Treasury
Opposition lawmakers have accused the Kenya Kwanza government of using threats and intimidations to ensure passage of the Finance Bill 2024. Read more »
Kenya: Protester Shot Dead By Police During Nairobi Protests
One person was fatally shot Thursday evening during anti-Finance Bill protests along Moi Avenue in Nairobi. Read more »
June 20
Kenya: Thousands Protest As Finance Bill 2024 Passes Second Reading Amid Clashes in Nairobi, Other Towns
Thousands of protesters flooded Nairobi's Central Business District on Thursday for the second phase of anti-Finance Bill demonstrations, aiming to pressure legislators to reject… Read more »
Kenya: Dozens Arrested During Anti-Finance Bill Protests in Nairobi, Major Towns
Dozens of protesters were arrested during Thursday's anti-finance bill protests across the country that left over 200 others injured. Read more »
Kenya: Police Drop Probe Against Worldcoin, Paving the Way for Its Return to Kenya
Police have dropped the investigation against Worldcoin, the cryptocurrency project by Tools for Humanity, potentially clearing the way for its return to Kenya. This development… Read more »
Kenya: Finance Bill Sails Through Second Reading Amid Protests By Gen Z's
The controversial Finance Bill 2024 passed the second reading in the National Assembly Thursday amid street protests in Nairobi and other major towns. Read more »
Kenya: Parliament Teargassed During Violent Protests Against Finance Bill 2024
Despite a heavy police presence that cordoned off Parliament Road from early morning, chaos erupted as MPs voted on the Finance Bill 2024, which passed the second reading. Read more »